Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Special Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 74%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Special Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 51 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Services is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
74%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
16%
5%
White
31%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Special Services often compared to?
Special Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Special Services by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
How many students attend Special Services?
51 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Special Services students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Special Services?
Special Services has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Mukilteo School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Services located?
Special Services is located in the Holly neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Holly.
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